Round 3, pick 91: Nathan Peterman, QB, Pittsburgh

This is beginning to become such a popular pick for KC in the third that now I’m expecting it to happen. I’ll have to admit that Peterman is a good fit in the Chiefs’ offense, and would be given much-needed time to develop under Alex Smith.

The problem with Peterman is that some believe his ceiling is no better than a backup or an average-to-above-average starter. If that’s the case, I’d rather KC take a gamble on a guy that could possibly do more down the line. However, if the Chiefs feel like Peterman is that guy, I have no problem with them taking him here.

Round 3, pick 104 (comp): Taywan Taylor, WR, Western Kentucky

Taylor is an underrated receiver prospect and I’d definitely be happy with him going to Kansas City. While he’s inconsistent with his catches (he’s known to drop a few balls), he’s an exceptional route runner and is quick enough to succeed in the NFL. The bottom line is that Taylor can get open, which is ultimately the kind of guy KC and Alex Smith need.

Matched up with Jeremy Maclin, Tyreek Hill and Chris Conley, Taylor and the Chiefs’ receiving squad could do some damage in 2017.

Round 4, pick 132: DeVonte Fields, EDGE, Louisville

Here we go, finally an edge rusher for the Chiefs. Edge needs to be addressed with Dee Ford’s inconsistency and Tamba Hali and Justin Houston’s injury concerns.

Personally I like Fields, but he definitely needs coaching up. Working with the Chiefs’ coaches and Hali to develop his pass rush moves would be key. In the meantime, he could serve in a rotational role on the Chiefs’ front seven in his rookie season.

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